Straight Truck Jobs in Food Service & Grocery Delivery
Straight Truck driving positions in the food service & grocery delivery sector. Pay: $55,000 - $90,000.
Straight Truck in Food Service & Grocery Delivery
Food service and grocery delivery trucking is one of the most stable sectors in the industry because people eat every day regardless of the economy. Drivers in this sector deliver to restaurants, hospitals, schools, convenience stores, and grocery chains using refrigerated trailers, dry vans, and multi-temperature trucks. The work is typically local or regional with daily or weekly home time, making it attractive to drivers who want predictable schedules.
Straight trucks (also called single-unit trucks) are Class 6-8 vehicles where the cab and cargo area are mounted on the same chassis — there's no trailer to hook or unhook. Think food service delivery trucks, beverage distributors, construction material haulers, and furniture delivery vehicles.
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Straight Truck Requirements
- • CDL-B license for vehicles over 26,001 pounds GVWR (some lighter straight trucks only require a standard license)
- • DOT medical card
- • Air brake endorsement if the vehicle has air brakes
- • Physical fitness — most straight truck jobs involve manual loading and unloading of products
- • Clean driving record and ability to pass background check (especially for food service and residential delivery)
FAQ
What straight truck jobs are available in food service & grocery delivery?
Food Service & Grocery Delivery uses straight truck trucks for transporting food products and perishables. Common positions include company driver, owner-operator, and dedicated contract.
How much do straight truck drivers in food service & grocery delivery make?
Straight Truck drivers in the food service & grocery delivery sector earn approximately $55,000 - $90,000. Pay varies by experience, region, and whether you run as a company driver or owner-operator.
What qualifications do I need?
You need a valid CDL-B license and clean MVR. Food Service & Grocery Delivery employers prefer drivers with experience handling straight truck loads.